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This American Life is a weekly public radio program and podcast that has captivated audiences for over two decades with its innovative approach to storytelling. Each episode explores a different theme through a collection of true stories that blend journalism with narrative techniques typically found in fiction—featuring compelling characters, surprising plot twists, humor, and genuine emotion.
Hosted by Ira Glass and produced in collaboration with WBEZ Chicago, the show delivers stories that go beyond traditional news reporting. The program builds its journalism around plot and character development, creating deeply engaging narratives that reveal unexpected insights about American life, culture, and the human experience.
With over 800 episodes in its archive, This American Life is available weekly on Sunday evenings across multiple platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Radio Public, YouTube, and traditional radio stations nationwide. The show has become a cornerstone of public media and demonstrates how documentary storytelling can entertain, inform, and move audiences in profound ways.
